A Varicocele is an enlargement of the veins in the scrotum. It is basically varicose vein, but in the scrotum.
Varicoceles are a common cause of low sperm production and decreased sperm quality, which can cause infertility.
SYMPTOMS OF VARICOCELE
Usually Varicocele does not produce any symptoms.
- Lump in the testicle
- Swelling in the scrotum
- Enlarged vein in the scrotum
- Dull pain, especially after prolonged standing or physical exertion.
- Reduced production of sperm
- Hormonal imbalance
- Infertility due to shrinkage of testicles
COMPLICATION OF VARICOCELE
- Infertility
- Testicle shrinkage
- Hormone imbalance
DIET AND LIFE STYLE ADAPTATION IN VARICOCELE
Vegetarian Diet
- Fresh vegetables
Non-Vegetarian Diet
- Poultry, Fish and Fish oil
Other diet
- Whole grains
- Olive oil
- Flaxseed oil
- Fresh fruits
- High fibre food, which helps digestion and prevent constipation to avoid pressure on the veins.
- Food containing flavonoids to strengthen the blood vessels
- Organic food
- Intake plenty of fluids and water to remain hydrated
FOOD TO AVOID IN VARICOCELE
- Foods high in refined carbohydrates, such as white bread, pastries and muffins.
- Intake of sugar products, soda and soft drinks, which increase kapha.
- Inflammatory foods, such as processed and red meats, pork.
- Nuts
- Deep fried food
- Maida and bakery products
- Tobacco and alcohol
- Caffeine
- Processed food, saturated fat
- Smoked food
- Over cooked food
- Processed dairy products.
- In-compatible food
- Red meat
- Intake of processed, frozen and stale food or food products.
- Refined foods like pastries packaged and canned foods.
- Junk food, Fast foods, spicy and oily food.
YOGA ASANAS FOR VARICOCELE
Yoga asanas support the physical, psychological and emotional sufferings that disease creates. Yoga helps to tone the internal organ functions and improves the blood circulation. Practicing yoga asanas helps in calming the entire body and mind. Stimulates the muscles, increase blood supply, balance the glands and helps in internal purification process. Yoga is effective in lowering the stress level, strengthening immune functions and rejuvenates a person. Apart from these asanas (postures) Pranayama (breathing exercise), meditation are also helpful. Yoga reduces the stagnation of blood and increases blood circulation in the body. Some of the best yoga asanas for Varicocele are below:
- Arrow Pose
- Corpse Pose
- Fish Pose
- Lotus Pose
- Thunderbolt Pose
